Trade Watch V9 No3 2015

INVESTMENT PROMOTION

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All over, they have engaged initiatives such as repairing sports facilities, providing community centers, and launching an initiative to clean up local mangroves to encourage ecotourism. Additionally, the company is responsible for the development of “Los Farolitos”, an early childhood school for children who would have otherwise had no formal access to education. EGE Haina also cultivates environmental awareness and education in the district surrounding Los Cocos. Decreasing a carbon footprint by increasing renewable energy sources may have been the main objective of constructing the wind farm, but EGE Haina also ensures that its social goals are achieved. For its many new and ongoing projects, EGE Haina promises to put the environment first in planning and facilitation. They keep all waste produced at the legally approved level and at the drop of a hat can provide supplementary documentation to prove they are operating above board. They work to reduce the consumption of chemical materials, exercise caution with water usage and lead by example in promoting energy efficiency. They firmly believe in continuous improvement of their processes, preventing rather than cleaning environmental waste accidents, and are always proactively prepared to respond to any incidences. When choosing suppliers and partners, they ensure that they work with like thinkers who comply with environmental policy and Dominican regulation. In every facet of daily operations, the basis of its business is serving people and preserving the health of the environment. Though on a whole Dominican energy is still heavily reliant on fossil fuels, as the leading provider EGE Haina is committed to investing in innovative solutions and seeking advances in technology. The company sets a powerful example by being active in preserving and regenerating natural resources, staff education, reforestation, waste management, beach, mangrove and river cleanups. In a sense, they’re not afraid to get their hands dirty to keep their energy clean. (TW)

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2 Tradewatch • The Official E-Newsletter of the Caribbean Export Development Agency • Vol.9 No. 3, 2015